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Trends: Hot Water- BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (9/4/2007)
- After a 20-year hiatus, solar water heating is experiencing a comeback as more homeowners look for ways to reduce their energy consumption. Recently named one of the top 10 technologies for 2007 by HUD's Partnership for Advancing Technology in Housing (PATH) program, solar water heating conserves natural resources, reduces carbon emissions, and can save money.
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RTG-53 Tankless Water Heater- BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (8/30/2007)
- Rheem. The manufacturer has added an intermediate-size gas water heater to its residential tankless line. The RTG-53 is designed for single-family homes with two bathrooms. It provides up to 5.3 gallons of water per minute and is available in indoor direct-vent, indoor power-vent, and outdoor versions. 866-720-2076.
Solatube International Inc. Introduces Solar Star Conversion Kit- ebuild (8/29/2007)
- Solatube International Inc. has announced the introduction of the new Solar Star Conversion Kit. The kit boosts the performance of existing passive attic vents and transforms noisy and energy consuming powered vents into quiet and highly-efficient solar-powered rooftop ventilators. Since the Solar Star Conversion Kit is "run by the sun," there is no electrical hook-up or electrician required and no cost to operate.
Munchkin Stainless Steel Boilers from Heat Transfer Qualify for Fed Tax Credit- ebuild (8/24/2007)
- All Munchkin Stainless Steel High Efficiency Boilers qualify for a $150 credit under the Federal Energy Policy Act of 2005. Manufactured by Heat Transfer Products, Munchkin residential boilers carry an Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency rating of 95.1%, exceeding the 95% threshold to qualify for the credit. The units also meet Energy Star standards, as defined by the U.S. Department of Energy. Made of 316L stainless steel, the highly compact Munchkin boiler couples condensing technology with a modulating burner to maximize energy efficiency:
Marley Introduces Architectural Series Small Wall Heaters - ebuild (8/23/2007)
- Marley Engineered Products has introduced CWH and SRA Architectural Series fan-forced wall heaters for residential and commercial use under the Berko and Qmark brands. Seven models of increasing strength--500 to 2,000 watts at 120, 208, 240 or 277 volts--are offered under each brand.
Munters Introduces AHU-70-Ton Customized Air Conditioning Unit for Efficient Humidity Control, Cooling- ebuild (8/21/2007)
- The AHU-70-Ton customized air conditioning unit from Munters Moisture Control Services (MCS) provides humidity control and cooling using chilled water technology. The new system utilizes a packaged chilled water system in conjunction with packaged electric heat that can effectively cool and heat a 28,000-square-foot space.
Uponor's Advanced Design Suite Software - ebuild (8/20/2007)
- One of the most crucial elements of a radiant panel heating design is an accurate, room-by-room heat-loss analysis. Uponor's Advanced Design Suite (ADS) software not only calculates heat loss, but it also removes the guesswork by guiding the system designer through every step of radiant floor heating (RFH) system design, including system-performance requirements, panel design and mechanical specifications.
Building Products and ebuild Present the First Annual Vanguard Best of the Web Awards- BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (8/17/2007)
- Our inaugural Vanguard Best of the Web Awards competition singles out Web sites that will wow you with their stunning designs, thorough product information, dedicated sections for building pros, and clever animation. The 2007 competition unearthed 14 whiz-bang Web sites, including four that our judges have deemed the best of the best. These sites display content without clutter and feature creativity that creates no extra work for the viewer. They're easy to navigate, are understandable at a glance, and include technical information about product specs and installation that is clear enough to save a building pro from having to call for help.
Fantech Introduces the Industry's First Airtight Inline Duct Fans- ebuild (8/14/2007)
- Fantech, Inc., a Florida-based manufacturer of Ventilation Products, has developed a new automated production process for inline fans that eliminates variances and results in a truly airtight fan. Fantech's new FG Series Fans set new standards for performance, ease of installation, efficiency, reliability and air tightness.
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